abs

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abbreviation (1)

1
absolute
2
abstract
: a tough rigid plastic used especially for automobile parts and building materials

ABS

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abbreviation (2)

1
American Bible Society
2
antilock braking system

Word History

Etymology

Noun

acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene

First Known Use

Noun

1957, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of abs was in 1957

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Cite this Entry

“Abs.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/abs. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

abs

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plural of ab

abs

2 of 2 abbreviation
1
absent
2
absolute

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